Shake off the rust. Dive with confidence.
Been out of the water for a while? Refresh your knowledge, practise essential scuba skills and return to diving feeling relaxed and ready.
Get comfortable before your next adventure
Scuba skills can feel less automatic after time away from diving. Equipment setup may take longer, mask clearing can feel unfamiliar and buoyancy control may need a little attention.
The SSI Scuba Skills Update is a relaxed refresher session that revisits the core knowledge and practical skills learned during entry-level scuba training. Everything is completed under the guidance of an SSI professional, with time to concentrate on the areas you want to improve.
It is not a test. The aim is to rebuild good habits, answer your questions and help you enjoy your next dives without worrying about rusty skills.
This session is ideal if…
Divers return for many different reasons. Your instructor will adapt the session to your experience, confidence and future diving plans.
You have not dived recently
Refresh the essential routines that may feel less familiar after several months or years out of the water.
You feel a little nervous
Rebuild confidence in a supportive environment before joining open-water dives or a dive holiday.
You want equipment practice
Review equipment assembly, buddy checks, safe entries and the correct use of your scuba system.
Your buoyancy feels rusty
Practise breathing control, weighting, hovering and comfortable movement through the water.
You are changing equipment
Become comfortable with unfamiliar rental equipment before heading out on a full dive.
You paused your course
Practise previously learned Open Water skills before resuming the remaining parts of your certification.
Bring the important skills back to life
The exact session is tailored to you. Your instructor will usually move from simple equipment and breathing skills towards more complex problem-solving skills.
Three simple steps back to confidence
We begin with the knowledge, move into the equipment and finish with instructor-guided practice in the water.
Digital Learning
Complete the SSI Scuba Skills Update learning in the MySSI app. It refreshes important safety concepts, equipment knowledge and dive procedures.
Briefing & Equipment
Talk through your diving history and any concerns with your instructor. You will review equipment setup, buddy checks and the plan for your session.
Skills Practice
Work through skills from basic to more complex at a comfortable pace. Repeat anything you want to improve and finish feeling dive-ready.
Clear your mask without the stress
Mask clearing is one of the skills divers most commonly want to revisit. A calm setup, steady breathing and a simple technique make it much easier.
Your instructor can demonstrate each skill again and give you plenty of time to practise until it feels natural.
Everything needed for your refresh
Arrive ready to get back underwater
Prerequisites
- Minimum age of 10
- Previous scuba training or certification
- Completed diver medical questionnaire
- Medical clearance if required by your answers
What to bring
- Swimsuit and towel
- Sun protection and hat
- Sunglasses
- Reusable water bottle
- Your certification details
Tell your instructor
- When and where you last dived
- Which skills concern you
- Any unfamiliar equipment
- Your upcoming diving plans
- Anything you would like to repeat
Spend less time worrying and more time enjoying Diani
Rebuild your confidence before your next reef dive, dive holiday or return to scuba training.
Scuba Skills Update FAQs
How long does the Scuba Skills Update take?
How long can I go without diving before I need a refresher?
Is the refresher a test?
Do I receive a new scuba certification?
Can I choose which skills to practise?
Can I do this before joining a dive trip?
Can an unfinished Open Water student join?
Do I need to complete a medical form?
Refresh your skills. Restore your confidence.
Join an Ocean Tribe SSI professional for a relaxed, personalised Scuba Skills Update in Diani.
